Christmas is a great time to go to the theatre to see a panto or a family Christmas show. Here’s a fab guide to all the 2023 pantomimes in Warwichshire, as well as the best ‘non panto’ family Christmas theatre shows. If you live close to county borders, find all the pantomimes in Gloucestershire and Buckinghamshire
2023 Pantomimes in Warwickshire, Birmingham & Coventry
Aladdin at Stratford Playhouse (Stratford)
Packed with some magic sparkles and singalong songs, Stratford PlayHouse’s magical and musical pantomime will be a firm festive favourite.
Jack and The Beanstalk at the Royal Spa Centre (Leamington Spa)
All the ingredients for a perfect family panto, with a dastardly villain, a hapless comic and a hilarious panto dame, as well as fabulous musical numbers and bags of slapstick fun!
Beauty & The Beast at Talisman Theatre (Kenilworth)
The story of how Beauty comes to be held captive in the castle, and how she eventually tames the Beast, is told in this traditional Talisman Pantomime with all the larger than life characters, comedy, music and spectacle.
Jack and The Beanstalk at the Birmingham Hippodrome (Birmingham)
Featuring stunning sets and costumes from The London Palladium, and bundle-loads of laughter, this is the panto you’ve bean waiting for! Fe-fi-fo-fum, a giant of a panto full of fun!
Cinderella at Belgrade Theatre (Coventry)
This wonderful rags-to-riches tale is guaranteed to delight all the family and bring a touch of magic and make-believe to your festive celebrations.
Dick Whittington at Warwick Arts Centre (Warwick)
Prepare for a rollercoaster ride of laughter, extraordinary dance routines, and chart-topping music as we follow Dick on his quest!
2023 Family Festive Theatre Shows (not pantos) in Warwickshire Birmingham & Conventry
Santa’s Wish at the Ben Hall (Rugby)
Santa’s Christmas Wish is a festive, song-filled, interactive family show particularly suitable for 2-8 year olds. It lasts 45 minutes and is followed by a special meet, greet and treat with Father Christmas himself!
The Santa Experience at Stratford Playhouse (Stratford)
Join Santa’s elves ‘Jingle’ and ‘Belle’ as they provide Christmas Singalong songs for the family as they await Santa’s arrival!
The Nutcracker at Birmingham Hippodrome (Birmingham)
This sumptuous and timeless production boasts daring swordfights, falling snow, magic, and a 30-foot Christmas tree. Whether you’re yearning for a hint of nostalgia or looking to start a whole new tradition for your family and friends, start your festive season with a little theatrical sparkle.
Dear Santa at the Birmingham Hippodrome (Birmingham)
From the author of the well-loved children’s book Dear Zoo, Rod Campbell, comes Dear Santa and it’s LIVE! This show is an ideal introduction to theatre for those aged two and over. The Christmas cheer continues, with the opportunity to meet Santa in his grotto after the show, where every child will receive an extra special gift!
The Lion, The Witch & The Wardrobe at Birmingham Rep (Birmingham)
Direct from the West End comes the most magical of shows for Christmas. Step through the wardrobe into the kingdom of Narnia for the most mystical of adventures in a faraway land.
Little Red Riding Hood at Birmingham Rep (Birmingham)
This fresh look on the children’s classic fairy tale is a Rep Original production and has been created especially for children aged 3 to 6 years old (and their grown-ups!).
Santa’s Sparkly Surprise at Belgrade Theatre (Coventry)
Aimed at preschoolers, this Christmas theatre show will offer fun, interaction and great songs to sing with a great storyline that the children can get involved in.
Peter Pan The Musical at The Alexandra (Birmingham)
With a spectacular mix of swashbuckling adventure, jaw dropping flying, and an infectious score, Peter Pan is guaranteed to bring forth one’s inner child, and send you reeling “Just Beyond the Stars.”
Warwick Christmas Lectures at Butterworth Hall (Warwick)
Expect mind-boggling science, explosive experiments and audience participation!
